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    Suman Bery Presents India’s Third Voluntary National Review (VNR) at HLPF 2025

    This VNR marks India’s third submission to the HLPF, reaffirming the country’s sustained commitment to the UN 2030 Agenda for SDGs.

    WHO, UNDOC Release Landmark Report on Contaminated Medicines

    WHO has issued seven Medical Product Alerts concerning multiple batches of contaminated liquid oral medicines, many of which were marketed for paediatric use. WHO...

    In Rajya Sabha: ₹4,39,941 Crore Worth of Agricultural Produce Traded on e-NAM Portal

    e-NAM enables farmers to directly sell their produce to buyers, by passing intermediaries, which ensures better pricing and increased transparency.

    In Lok Sabha: 2,454 Cold Storage Projects Sanctioned Under AIF for ₹8258 crore

    The minister said that under the agriculture infrastructure fund, support is extended to cold storages in agri-export clusters, at farm gate level, for small and marginal farmers as well as big businesses, APMCs/mandis to reduce post-harvest losses and increase farmers' returns.

    UK Envoy Visits Kabul Amid Calls for Closer Engagement with Afghanistan

    Britain has maintained an open stance on limited engagement to support humanitarian aid delivery and address shared concerns over migration and terrorism.

    In Rajya Sabha: 34 Ombudsmen to Address Discrimination Against PLHIV

    NACO has strengthened its nationwide awareness campaigns on HIV/AIDS through multimedia and targeted outreach.

    Extreme Heat Crisis Threatens Lives of Urban Workers in Bangladesh, Report Warns

    For many of Dhaka’s workers, avoiding the heat isn’t an option. Climate Rights International found that many workers were forced to continue their jobs in extreme conditions. Most workers interviewed had either fainted in the heat themselves or witnessed a colleague collapse on the job.

    Uncertainty Looms Over 1 Million Afghan Refugees in Pakistan as PoR Cards Expire

    More than one million Afghan refugees in Pakistan are facing a critical moment as their Proof of Registration (PoR) cards expired on end-June this year.
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    Bangladesh Grapples with Eroding Purchasing Power and Inflation Challenges

    Economists emphasise the need for coordinated fiscal-monetary policy, better inflation targeting, and structural reforms.

    Sri Lanka to Abolish Controversial Prevention of Terrorism Act Within Months

    Challenges persist: balancing security needs with rights, combating rising organized crime and drug issues without draconian tools, and ensuring implementation does not lag.

    NAFED and NCCF Set to Procure Every Grain of Pulses Directly from Farmers Within Two Years: Amit Shah

    With direct procurement, digital transparency, and welfare measures, India’s cooperative movement is poised for significant growth, promising higher incomes for millions and greater food security for the nation.

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    Bangladesh Grapples with Eroding Purchasing Power and Inflation Challenges

    Economists emphasise the need for coordinated fiscal-monetary policy, better inflation targeting, and structural reforms.

    Sri Lanka to Abolish Controversial Prevention of Terrorism Act Within Months

    Challenges persist: balancing security needs with rights, combating rising organized crime and drug issues without draconian tools, and ensuring implementation does not lag.
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